Pole Foundations

These classes focus on teaching the technical skills for a variety of pole dance tricks, spins, and combinations, dependent on the level.

These classes primarily cover static tricks and combinations, though spinny tricks may also be included. For full spinning choreographies, we recommend joining one of our Spin Pole classes.

We currently offer 4 levels of Pole Foundations:

Level 1: This is the beginner level that covers the beginner spins and tricks. In these classes you perfect what you learned in the Pole Dance Kickstart course and you learn how to combine tricks on the pole. You also get a taste of going upside down on the pole, taught in a safe and constructive way.

Requirements: you followed a Pole Dance Kickstart course or you have previous pole dance experience.

Level 2: This level emphasizes perfecting beginner combinations on the pole and mastering smooth transitions between tricks. These classes also expand on inversion techniques, teaching you how to effortlessly integrate them with other moves. For those who are ready, we also start to work on aerial inverts.

Requirements: Comfortable in Inverted Crucifix, Outside Leg Hang and Inside Leg Hang (all with no hands).

Level 3: This level focuses on mastering longer combinations on the pole, incorporating both upright and inverted tricks. In this level, you’ll explore other inverting techniques such as the Shoulder Mount and Reiko Invert. You’ll also learn how to perform your Inverted D, as well as mastering the True Grip and Twisted Grip Ayesha.

Requirements: Aerial invert to Outside Leg Hang, Brass Monkey, Extended Butterfly, Superman, Cross Knee Release

Level 4: This level is the highest level currently offered at the studio. In this level, you’ll tackle more challenging and dynamic combinations on the pole. You’ll work towards mastering skills like the Elbow Grip and Cup Grip Ayesha, Handspring, Iron-X, as well as the True Grip and Twisted Grip Phoenix.

Requirements: Aerial inverts, Shoulder Mount, Twisted Grip Ayesha, True Grip Ayesha, Iguana